Agriculture in New Zealand - Agricultural Pests

Agricultural Pests

See also: Invasive species in New Zealand

A number of plant and animal introductions into New Zealand has reduced the income from farming. Tight border controls to improve biosecurity have been put into place to ensure any new and unwanted pests and diseases do not enter the country. Monitoring is done around sea and airports to check for any incursions.

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